问题
单项选择题
Which of the following discharge instructions should the nurse give the parents of an infant with a temporary colostomy
A. Flush the stoma with tap water at least once a day.
B. Allow the diaper to absorb the colostomy drainage.
C. Give the infant plenty of liquids to drink.
D. Expect the stoma to become dusky red within 2 weeks.
答案
参考答案：C
解析：Because of decreased fluid reabsorption from the colon, the child with a colostomy benefits from a liberal fluid intake. Infants also dehydrate more quickly than adults do because of immature kidneys, larger body surface area, and more fluid in the extracellular spaces. Therefore, the parents need instructions about giving the infant plenty of liquids to drink.